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Representative Zapner recalls Vincent F. Harrington’s public service in Black History Month remarks
Summary
Representative Zapner (Johnson) presented on Vincent F. Harrington’s career, highlighting his Congressional service in the 1930s, decision to enlist in World War II after Pearl Harbor, and death in service in 1943.
Representative Zapner (Johnson) presented a historical profile of Vincent F. Harrington as part of the chamber’s Black History Month schedule. Zapner recounted Harrington’s election to Congress, his subsequent enlistment after Pearl Harbor, and his wartime service, saying, "Vincent f Harrington put the preservation of our country before the preservation of his office and even his life."
Zapner framed the story as an example of public service during a national crisis and noted Harrington’s death in England in 1943. The remarks were part of ceremonial observances and included no legislative proposals or votes.
